Putting Divine Mercy into Action Through Clean Water, Nutritious Food, and Agricultural Education
Stockbridge, MA – April 21, 2025 –A milestone moment of faith and impact will be announced during Divine Mercy Weekend, April 26 & 27, 2025, at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA:
Water 4 Mercy is now recognized as an official Apostolate of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception.
Founded in 1673, the Marian Fathers are known for their devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, their global promotion of the Divine Mercy message, and their compassionate service through prayer, teaching, and missionary work. The National Shrine of The Divine Mercy is their U.S. home and spiritual hub.
Now, through this historic partnership, the Marian Fathers and Water 4 Mercy unite to embody Divine Mercy in action—delivering clean water, nutritious food, and sustainable agricultural education to communities in need across Africa. This joint mission brings faith to life through tangible works of mercy, restoring dignity and hope where it’s needed most.
Weekend Highlights
Saturday, April 26, 2025
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Morning Talk with Nermine Khouzam Rubin, Founder & CEO of Water 4 Mercy, for 300 dedicated Marian Helpers on the mission’s transformative work in Africa.
Sunday, April 27, 2025
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LIVE on EWTN (12:00–1:00 PM): Nermine will be interviewed by Fr. Joe Roesch, MIC, and Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, joined by Fr. Mark Baron, MIC. They will share inspiring stories from Water 4 Mercy’s recent service trip to Tanzania with students from Clearwater Central Catholic High School (CCCHS).
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Divine Mercy Sunday Mass (1:00 PM): Celebrated by Fr. Don Calloway, MIC.
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Main Address: Nermine will speak to an estimated crowd of 15,000 pilgrims about how Water 4 Mercy is putting faith into action.
Meet the Team & Support the Mission
Throughout the weekend, visitors can:
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Visit the Water 4 Mercy booth
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Meet Camille Galaura, CCCHS senior and Student Board Liaison
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Hear stories from the Tanzania service trip
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Shop Water 4 Mercy merchandise, including “The Most Wonderful Rain” by Nermine
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Donate to provide clean water and sustainable farming solutions
👉 Donate today at: www.water4mercy.org/donate
“We are answering God’s call—bringing mercy to the world in both spirit and substance.”
Water 4 Mercy has also earned the 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, reflecting its unwavering commitment to integrity and measurable impact. With a unique model in which 100% of donations go directly to mission projects, Water 4 Mercy continues to transform lives with dignity and innovation.
Be Part of the Movement!
Join the conversation and help spread the word by following and tagging:
🔹 Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception
📲 Facebook: @MarianHelpers | Instagram: @divinemercyofficial | Twitter: @DivineMercy | YouTube: Divine Mercy Official
📲 Hashtags: #DivineMercy #MarianFathers #MIC #CatholicFaith #DivineMercySunday #FrChrisAlar #FrMarkBaron
🔹 Clearwater Central Catholic High School (CCCHS)
📲 Facebook: @CCCHSMarauders | Instagram: @ccchs_marauders | Twitter: @CCCHSMarauders | LinkedIn: Clearwater Central Catholic High School
📲 Hashtags: #CCCHS #FaithInAction #CatholicEducation #ServiceTrip #TanzaniaMission
🔹 Water 4 Mercy
📲 Instagram: @Water4Mercy | Facebook: @Water4Mercy | Twitter: @Water4Mercy
| LinkedIn: Water 4 Mercy
📲 Hashtags: #Water4Mercy #FaithInAction #EndThirst #SustainableSolutions #DivineMercyWeekend #AfricaMission
🔹Nermine Khouzam Rubin, the founder and CEO of Water 4 Mercy
📲 Instagram: @khouzamrubin | X (formerly Twitter): @Nermine_Rubin | Facebook: Nermine Khouzam Rubin | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nerminekhouzamrubin
📲 Hashtags: #NermineKhouzamRubin #FaithDrivenLeadership #WomanOfImpact #VisionaryLeadership #AfricaWithLove #HumanitarianHeart
Water 4 Mercy being present in Stockbridge, MA this Divine Mercy Weekend is more than an event—it’s a powerful testament to faith in action. Through these Works of Mercy, together we are changing lives, restoring dignity, and bringing hope to those in need through the gift of water, nutritious foods and teaching sustainable agricultural solutions.
Nermine Khouzam Rubin is the Founder and CEO of Water 4 Mercy, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers a groundbreaking approach to ending poverty by combining access to clean water, nutritious food, sustainable agricultural training, and active community engagement—empowering African communities to thrive and transform their lives for generations to come. For more information, visit: www.water4mercy.org or email us at info@water4mercy.org.
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